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ATTENTION
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Improper use of a pressure washer may cause damage to your conveyor.
Avoid spraying directly into any electrical components, Drive, Control Buttons, Motor,
Cables or the Bearings.
Use of a pressure washer is not recommended for daily cleaning of the machine. An annual deep clean
with a pressure washer will keep the machine running properly, while not creating additional wear on the
components.
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ATTENTION
- Properly dry and protect and lubricate all components of the machine
after using a pressure washer for cleaning.
Maintenance
General maintenance on the conveyor is minimal. The conveyor does have a few wear parts that the user
needs to be aware of and maintain to keep the machine in good working order.
Coupler/Spider
The Spider within the coupler assembly is a wear component that reduces wear on the drive train
components. This Nylon Spider should be removed and inspected prior to high use scenarios or
inspected monthly in the event of perpetual harvest. With high wear the Spider should be replaced.
Additional Spiders can be purchased from MUNCH Machine Customer Service.
It is recommended to
keep a spare Spider on hand at all times.
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CAUTION
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Do not run the machine without a complete Coupler assembly.
Wipers
Wipers are a wear-part, over time the wipers will need to be replaced to maintain proper function.
Additional conveyor specific Wipers can be purchased from MUNCH Machine Customer Service.
Conveyor Belts
The Conveyor Belt is a wear-part and will need to be replaced with use. Conveyor Belts can be
purchased through MUNCH Machine Customer Service.
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Belt Stretching
Conveyor Belts will stretch over time, use of the pinion tensioning system can prolong
use with Conveyor Belts that have experienced stretching. Refer to the Belt Tension
portion of this manual for instructions on proper belt tension.
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Belt Wear
Use of the proper cleaning methods, and proper upkeep can keep a conveyor belt in
good working order for a long time. Misuse or neglect can cause premature wear and
deterioration. Conveyor Belts should be replaced with any signs of deep wear, groves,
fraying, or any loss of material that could contaminate final product.
Compliance
Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) Compliance
MUNCH Machine Conveyance equipment supports compliance to cGMP requirements through the use of
food grade materials for the portion of the machine that contacts the useable plant material. Detailed use
